Application of clinical reasoning and differential diagnosis through formulating illness scripts based upon a comprehensive musculoskeletal examination of the lumbar and cervical spines. Evaluation to determine the appropriateness of physical therapy, need for a referral for signs and symptoms of serious pathology and generation of a provisional differential diagnosis of lumbar and cervical spinal dysfunction. Appraisal and application of pain science, including acute and chronic nociceptive mechanisms through clinical scenarios. Introduction to intervention techniques and management of common spinal pathologies, including soft tissue techniques and joint articulation techniques.� Introduction to neuromuscular reeducation and therapeutic exercises to reinforce manual therapy treatment. Exploration of Dr. James Cyriax principles, including selective tissue tensioning examination. Course format: blended learning with on-campus lab intensives and online requirements.
- 教师: Coolman, Valerie